2001 Kia Rio vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 405 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
